Your itinerary
Day 1
Bordeaux
Arrive at Bordeaux-Mérignac International Airport. If you have arranged a Uniworld arrival transfer, a representative will greet you and transfer you to the ship.
Day 2
Cadillac
Visit Château Royal de Cazeneuve. Meet its owner over a glass of Sauternes in the reception hall.
Day 3
Pauillac
Take a scenic drive along the Médoc wine route, followed by a wine tasting at a wine estate.
Day 4
Blaye
Drive along the Route de la Corniche Fleurie through picturesque hamlets to Blaye Fortress, a UNESCO-designated citadel.
Day 5
Libourne
Travel from Libourne to medieval Saint-Émilion. Wander its cobblestone lanes lined with wine shops and bakeries, and admire the rock-hewn church beneath the town’s streets.
Day 6
Libourne
Visit Libourne’s farmers’ market to discover local vegetables, cheeses, breads and fruits.
Day 7
Bordeaux
Explore UNESCO-listed Bordeaux on foot with a local expert or by bicycle through its backstreets.
Day 8
Bordeaux
Disembark the S.S. Bon Voyage and travel to Paris by high-speed TGV train. Board the S.S. Joie de Vivre for the Seine leg of the journey.
Day 9
Vernon
In the morning, choose a scenic hike or a visit to the hilltop Château de La Roche-Guyon, with its gardens and views over the Seine. Later, explore Monet’s gardens, arriving by bicycle or coach.
Day 10
Rouen
Explore Rouen’s medieval historic quarter, including the cathedral painted by Monet and the cross marking where Joan of Arc was martyred.
Day 11
Caudebec-en-Caux
From Caudebec-en-Caux, choose from excursions, including a drive through the Calvados countryside to the seaside harbor of Honfleur.
Day 12
Rouen
Take a full-day excursion to the Normandy beaches, choosing to visit the American, British and Commonwealth, or Canadian beaches. Afterwards, attend a private memorial ceremony commemorating Operation Overlord.
Day 13
Mantes-la-Jolie
Visit the private rooms of the Palace of Versailles.
Day 14
Paris
Choose a panoramic overview of Paris or a walk with a local expert through two neighborhoods.
Day 15
Paris
Disembark the ship. If you have arranged a Uniworld departure transfer, travel to Charles de Gaulle Airport for your flight home.